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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1899
Page
4
A faded reminiscence recalls a boyhood in which youths handle dangerous tasks, from bull encounters to streetcar stunts, highlighting the perilous path from early gun use to bravado. The piece notes a tradition of risk and enterprise among boys, while noting mortality rates and the allure of daring feats.
Citizens discuss a new outlet from Meridian Street to the northern county near the creek. A bridge east of the area connects to Fair Grounds and Businessmen's Park. The stone structure, praised for durability, is seen as boosting real estate and city beauty. Public sentiment favors action and a stronger civic stance.
The piece notes State chairman Hernly Gov Mount and Congressmen Landis Overstreet urging action against trusts. Overstreet says no new law is needed to destroy existing combinations, but stock buyers need protection. Indiana is highlighted as a reform leader and a model for national momentum.
A panel of antiquated witticisms recalls Col George Waring inspecting snowbound streets in a military cloak. A New York Times anecdote features William Howells clashing on lunch terms over usage, ending with a joke about W. D. Howells as the author. King William IV backed horse racing, taking up his brother’s stud to run out George IV’s engagement.
A collage of humorous courtroom exchanges and satirical anecdotes including a king ordering a thousand horses for a single race and a judge testing a citizenship candidate with geography. The snippets mix wry wit about noise from a train and a derisive fable on temperance tied to school study.
A collage of editorials and quotes from U S and European papers cites naval limits, political shifts, natural events, and policy notes. Berlin’s editor questions German sea competition with the United States while other quotes note Bryan’s campaign lead, ex senator Peffer’s party switch, and lynching laws in the south.
John W. Mackay, a prominent cable magnate, spends much time in Paris directing the Luthiana line’s plans. He notes his Atlantic cable achievement and references near completion of a Alaska to Bering Strait route, highlighting his ongoing expansion in the cable system.
Wallace Davis may use Indianapolis cars on his Cincinnati transfer line. Rev. Wm. C. Taylor of Jefferson City Mo. has been summoned to College-avenue Baptist Church pulpit. Central-avenue bridge work proceeds with beech piles driven. Wm. H. Fitch, 70, dies at son in law’s home Paris Ky born cabinet maker. Indiana banks named reserve agents approved. Indiana medical society marks fiftieth birthday June 1 2 with receptions and banquets. Mattie Lewis seeks written proof she is Morris Lewis’s wife amid alleged wartime transfer of Jeffersonville property. Dr Hannah Graham’s horse kicked on Meridian Street. animal finally controlled.
Warren Turpin of Clermont, Indiana, aged 75, died Monday night from consumption. Funeral Wednesday at 2 p.m. with Flanner Buchanan in charge. Born in Scott County Kentucky, he moved to Indiana as a child and lived in Marion and Hendricks counties, working as a farmer. He was a Mexican War veteran and is survived by two daughters in Indianapolis, Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Dr. Roberts.
Andrew Rupe seeks a divorce from Nancy Rupe alleging ongoing unkindness. He claims he provided hundreds of dollars and that she slept while he cooked breakfast and sent clothes he bought for her to relatives in Ohio.
Allen M. Fletcher came back from southern Europe and Asia Minor visiting the palace of the sultan of Turkey. The sultan's party received a box of cigarettes for each man and a box of candy for each lady.
Mrs. Evan Lilly hosts a luncheon for twelve. Edna Swain and William Daniel plan a June 7 marriage in Columbus. Louis F. Smith and Grace Hess wed in Indianapolis with Rev. Charles Little officiating. The couple will reside at 1715 N Pennsylvania St.
The Park featured The Prisoner of Algiers opening Monday afternoon. Frank Lindon leads with fencing scenes and an expert use of fans while Maximilian Morrell appears as the villain with oversized handcuffs. Beginning Thursday matinee the same company presents The Signal of Liberty through week’s end.
Senator Fairbanks returns home as aquatic clubboathouse set to open June 3. F W Frank of Indianapolis is named adjutant on Brig Gen McKee's Indiana Guard staff. Sedgwick injures elbow at rail yard and is hospitalized. John Bain in Montpelier fined 25 dollars and jailed one hour for oleo sales without a label. Indianapolis and Consumers gas say no new house connections now. R C L White v Sentinel libel suit dismissed in federal court. State geologist Blatchley reports two fake gas inspectors uncapping wells to test pressure. James E Naden Rushville editor fined 100 dollars for obscene mailings. Naden defends reform by exposing evils.
Short item notes a 25 cent Merchants' Lunch at Union station restaurant. It lists collar and cuff services for 1 cent and Progress laundry. Wulschner's at 128-130 West Pennsylvania Street advertises New Upright Pianos with $10 down and $5 monthly payments.
Public notices urge covering aging brick structures with rock-faced imitations at the El Shute and 34 Talbot block while Grand Hotel Cafe is advertised for its best meals in the city and opportunities to watch The Sun.
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